1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1992 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1992 Renault Alpine is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault Alpine (251 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (109 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 205 kg more than 1992 Renault Alpine.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Renault Alpine (351 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1992 Renault Alpine has manual transmission. 1992 Renault Alpine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1992 Renault Alpine | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
Model | Eighty-Eight | Alpine |
Year Released | 1980 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2350 mm |